
Designing with Love
Hosted by Grand Canyon University (GCU) adjunct instructor and professional instructional designer Jackie Pelegrin, this podcast explores instructional design, e-learning, and how to incorporate AI technology into different aspects of your work. Tune in for expert tips, real-world insights, and inspiring stories from students, alumni, and leaders in the field.
Episodes
32 episodes
The Human Loop: How AI Can Transform Instructional Design with Nathalie Doremieux
Welcome to episode 32 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Nathalie Doremieux, the co-founder of Podcast LeadFlow and an expert in the instructional design field. Artificia...
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Episode 32
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37:31

Navigating the Instructional Design Journey with Caroline Amberson
Welcome to episode 31 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Caroline Amberson, an educator who is currently completing the Master of Science in Instructional Design program at Grand Can...
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Episode 31
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30:26

All About the Nine Events of Instruction
Welcome to episode 30 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I cover the Nine Events of Instruction and how to apply the model when designing a course. In addition, I share some tips for effective implementation and common pitfalls ...
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Episode 30
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13:47

Using Bloom's Taxonomy to Guide Instructional Design
Welcome to episode 29 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I provide an overview of Bloom's Taxonomy and why it is an important tool for instructional designers to utilize when creating learning objectives, assessments, and activi...
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Episode 29
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17:45

What is Cognitive Load and Why is it Important?
Welcome to episode 28 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I describe what cognitive load theory is and why it is important in the instructional design field. In addition, I discuss the science behind cognitive load theor...
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Episode 28
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17:31

ADDIE Model Benefits and Drawbacks
Welcome to episode 27 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I cover the benefits and drawbacks to consider when utilizing the ADDIE model in designing instructional solutions. In addition, I discuss my personal experiences with usi...
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Episode 27
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15:13

Top 10 Instructional Design Models and Theories
Welcome to episode 26 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I review the top 10 instructional design models and theories that are used in the field today. The episode includes a brief description, the strengths, and how it is commo...
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Episode 26
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8:51

The Benefits and Drawbacks of User Surveys
Welcome to episode 25 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I cover the benefits and drawbacks of using user surveys when designing learning experiences. In the episode, I also describe the most effective types of surveys you can i...
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Episode 25
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11:34

A Guide to Empathy and Journey Maps
Welcome to episode 24 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I provide the key details about empathy and journey maps. In the episode, I describe how to create them, the benefits of using them when designing learning experiences, al...
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Episode 24
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16:09

Comparing Formative and Summative Assessments
Welcome to episode 23 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I compare the differences between formative and summative assessments when designing and delivering learning experiences. In the episode, I describe the nuts and bolts of ...
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Episode 23
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13:44

GCU Alumni Interview with Charlene Drews and Markeda Johnson
Welcome to episode 22 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Charlene Drews and Markeda Johnson, two recent graduates of the Master of Science in Instructional Design program at GCU. In ...
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Episode 22
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45:20

Using Images, Icons, and Infographics as Visual Aids
Welcome to episode 21 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I cover how to effectively use images, icons, and infographics as visual aids when designing learning materials for your instructional solutions. In addition, the episode ...
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Episode 21
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15:04

Getting Started with Audio and Video Recording Software
Welcome to episode 20 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I cover the most effective methods to start using audio and video recording software when designing interactive experiences for your learners.🔗Episode Links:
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Episode 20
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19:37

Creating and Managing eLearning Courses
Welcome to episode 19 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I cover five key aspects to help you successfully create and manage eLearning courses for your learners. In the episode, I also share some key statistics to indicate how p...
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Episode 19
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13:00

Tips for Creating a Learner Workbook
Welcome to episode 18 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I cover some tips for creating a learner workbook so that you can engage your learners to effectively interact with the content in meaningful ways. There are a total of fi...
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Episode 18
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15:39

Benefits of Creating a Facilitation Plan
Welcome to episode 17 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I cover the benefits of creating a facilitation plan when designing a learning experience in any industry. The episode covers five main areas that you should include in yo...
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Episode 17
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16:39

GCU Alumni Interview with Shane Wolfe
Welcome to episode 16 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing a recent graduate of the Master of Science in Instructional Design program at GCU, Shane Wolfe. In this interview, Shane shar...
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Episode 16
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26:56

Expert Interview with Amanda Guerrero
Welcome to episode 15 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the honor of interviewing Amanda Guerrero, an instructional designer, about her experiences working in the industry. I currently have the pleasure of work...
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Episode 15
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19:23

Expert Interview with Jackie Moran
Welcome to episode 14 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the honor of interviewing Jackie Moran, a manager and instructional design expert, about her experiences working in the industry. We also discussed how sh...
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Episode 14
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24:20

Expert Interview with Sean Sullivan
Welcome to episode 13 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the honor of interviewing Sean Sullivan, a director and instructional design expert, about his experiences working in the industry. We also discussed how ...
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Episode 13
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21:50

Keys to Writing Effective Objectives
Welcome to episode 12 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I cover several key aspects of writing effective objectives so that you can create the best experience for your learners while also being able to fully measure and assess ...
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Episode 12
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11:27

Using Polls for Learner Engagement
Welcome to episode 11 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I share how to use polls during lesson delivery, training, and professional development for learner engagement. This episode also provides information on three well-known ...
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Episode 11
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16:11

GCU Alumni Interview with Chris Phelps
Welcome to episode 10 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing a recent graduate of the Master of Science in Instructional Design program at GCU, Chris Phelps. In this interview, Chris sha...
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Episode 10
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28:33

Using Genially to Create Interactive and Engaging Learning Materials
Welcome to episode 9 of the Designing with Love podcast, where I share how to use Genially to create interactive and engaging learning materials. In the podcast, I cover the types of designs you can create with Genially, some of the in...
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Episode 9
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17:37

Expert Interview with Ruth Douthitt
Welcome to episode 8 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the honor of interviewing Ruth Douthitt, a curriculum developer and instructional design expert, about her experiences working in the industry. Ruth and I ...
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Episode 8
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